> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.lighter.xyz/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.lighter.xyz/about-lighter/introduction.md).

# Introduction

Lighter is a decentralized trading platform designed for security, scale, and performance in a zero-fee trading environment. It is the first exchange to offer verifiable order matching and liquidations while delivering performance comparable to traditional exchanges.

The Lighter platform is available at:

* <https://app.lighter.xyz/>
* [https://lighter.exchange/](https://lighter.exchange/trade/ETH)